Research Grants

The Undergraduate Research Center (URC) offers funding opportunities that help students pursue research throughout the year. Most funding is awarded through the URC's annual Fall Grants cycle, with additional support available for conference travel and summer research experiences.


Fall Grants

The Fall Grants cycle includes two funding options: 

  • Foundation Grants: Up to $2,000 for research expenses and/or a student stipend. A video submission is required.
  • URC Grants: Up to $750 for research expenses and/or a student stipend.  No video submission is required.

Learn More About Fall Grants


Travel Grants

Travel grants help students attend conferences, professional meetings and exhibits to present or engage with research in their field. Travel Grants are limited and applications are accepted throughout the year.  

Learn More About Travel Grants


Summer Grants

The Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) program supports students conducting research during the summer months. Awards are competitive, limited and will be announced in the spring semester.


Need additional help?

Please contact the URC by email to urc@mnsu.edu.

We can guide students in writing their proposals, help with proposal formatting, provide guidance on video submissions, and answer any other questions.